UK girl's name
Irmak
A Turkish name meaning "small stream" or "creek".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Irmak is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Irmak popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 12 births.
This profile covers 90 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2005 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 25% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 90 living people in the UK are called Irmak. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Irmak ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 12 girls were registered as Irmak.
- • About 90 living people in the UK are estimated to have Irmak as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5493
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
12 births
Estimated living
90
2026
Meaning
What does Irmak mean?
The given name Irmak has its origins in the Turkish language. It is derived from the Turkish word "irmak," which translates to "river" or "stream." This name has been in use for several centuries within the Turkish culture and has gained popularity in recent times.
In Turkish mythology, rivers were often personified as deities or spirits. As such, the name Irmak may have been chosen to honor these mythological figures or to symbolize the life-giving and nurturing qualities associated with rivers. It is believed that the name Irmak was initially used as a way to connect individuals with nature and the environment.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Irmak can be found in the works of the 13th-century Turkish poet and mystic, Rumi. In his famous collection of poems, the Masnavi, Rumi makes references to the concept of a "spiritual river" or "irmak," which may have influenced the use of this name.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Irmak. For example, Irmak Kazgan (1936-2018) was a renowned Turkish economist and academic who made significant contributions to the field of labor economics. Another notable figure was Irmak Uzun (1953-2021), a Turkish actress and film director who received critical acclaim for her work in Turkish cinema.
In the realm of literature, Irmak Özbek (born 1967) is a celebrated Turkish author and poet. Her works often explore themes of identity, gender, and societal norms. Additionally, Irmak Başaran (born 1974) is a prominent Turkish physicist and academic who has made significant contributions to the field of theoretical particle physics.
Irmak Çetin (born 1990) is a Turkish professional basketball player who has represented the Turkish national team in several international competitions. Her athletic achievements have brought recognition to the name Irmak on the global stage.
While the name Irmak has its roots in Turkish culture, it has also gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly among those with Turkish heritage or connections. The name's association with nature and its poetic connotations have contributed to its enduring appeal across generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Irmak over time
The chart below shows babies named Irmak registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Irmak, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 12 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Irmak by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Irmak was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5493 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4175 | 41 | 7 |
| 2000s | #2412 | 46 | 5 |
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FAQ
Irmak: questions and answers
How popular is the name Irmak in the UK right now?
In 2020, Irmak was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Irmak most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 12 babies registered as Irmak in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Irmak?
A Turkish name meaning "small stream" or "creek".
How many people are called Irmak in the UK?
A total of 90 babies have been registered as Irmak across the 13 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.